Kansas DMV Permit Practice Test 3: 50 Questions
Practice Test 3 has 50 multiple-choice questions on Kansas driving rules, including high beam dimming oncoming, high beam dimming following, Kansas crash reporting and sticking accelerator. Each answer is explained as soon as you pick it, and every question is listed with its answer in the study guide below.
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What Practice Test 3 Covers
The questions in this test ask about:
- High Beam Dimming Oncoming
- High Beam Dimming Following
- Kansas Crash Reporting
- Sticking Accelerator
- Kansas City Scanning Distance
- Drowsy Driving
- Kansas Parking Distances
- Pedestrian Facing Traffic
- Traffic Stop at Night
- Fishtailing Recovery
- Shoulder Recovery
- Road Slipperiness
- Driving Through Deep Water
- Curve Speed
- Left Lane Must Turn
Try 5 Questions from This Test
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When driving at night, you should dim your high beams when you are within:
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A. 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle
High beams must be dimmed for oncoming drivers to prevent glare.
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When following another vehicle at night, dim high beams when you are within:
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C. 300 feet
Dim high beams to avoid blinding drivers ahead of you.
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A crash must be reported to authorities if:
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B. There are injuries or major property damage
Kansas requires reporting serious crashes with injury or major damage.
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If your accelerator sticks, the safest action is to:
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C. Shift to neutral and brake smoothly
Shifting to neutral helps you regain control safely.
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When scanning in city traffic, look ahead at least:
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C. One to two blocks
Scanning ahead helps you anticipate hazards and lights.
Complete Study Guide: All 50 Questions with Answers
Every question in Practice Test 3, with the correct answer and an explanation for each.
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Q1. When driving at night, you should dim your high beams when you are within:
Correct answer: 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle
Why: High beams must be dimmed for oncoming drivers to prevent glare.
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Q2. When following another vehicle at night, dim high beams when you are within:
Correct answer: 300 feet
Why: Dim high beams to avoid blinding drivers ahead of you.
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Q3. A crash must be reported to authorities if:
Correct answer: There are injuries or major property damage
Why: Kansas requires reporting serious crashes with injury or major damage.
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Q4. If your accelerator sticks, the safest action is to:
Correct answer: Shift to neutral and brake smoothly
Why: Shifting to neutral helps you regain control safely.
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Q5. Orange signs indicate:
Correct answer: Work zones
Why: Orange is used for construction and maintenance areas.
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Q6. A lane with a diamond symbol may be reserved for:
Correct answer: Carpools or buses
Why: Diamond markings designate HOV or other restricted lanes.
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Q7. A green light without a green arrow means:
Correct answer: You may turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic
Why: A plain green light requires yielding before turning left.
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Q8. Flashing red traffic signals should be treated as:
Correct answer: A four-way stop
Why: Flashing red requires stopping fully and proceeding when safe.
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Q9. When scanning in city traffic, look ahead at least:
Correct answer: One to two blocks
Why: Scanning ahead helps you anticipate hazards and lights.
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Q10. To avoid rear-end collisions, you should:
Correct answer: Brake gradually and signal early
Why: Smooth braking gives drivers behind more reaction time.
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Q11. Backing is dangerous because:
Correct answer: Your view is limited
Why: Limited visibility makes backing riskier.
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Q12. When backing out of a driveway, you should:
Correct answer: Back slowly and check all directions
Why: Turn and look over your shoulder while backing slowly.
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Q13. Do NOT cross railroad tracks until:
Correct answer: Signals stop and tracks are clear
Why: Wait for signals to stop and ensure no train is approaching.
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Q14. If your vehicle stalls on train tracks:
Correct answer: Exit immediately and move away at an angle
Why: Move at an angle to avoid debris from impact.
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Q15. Using a phone while driving:
Correct answer: Greatly increases crash risk
Why: Distraction from phones is a major factor in crashes.
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Q16. Adjust your seat and mirrors:
Correct answer: Before driving
Why: Adjust all controls before moving the vehicle.
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Q17. If another driver cuts in front of you, the safest option is to:
Correct answer: Ease off the gas to increase space
Why: Creating more space reduces risk.
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Q18. When approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must:
Correct answer: Move over or slow down
Why: Kansas requires moving over or slowing to protect workers.
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Q19. You must signal at least:
Correct answer: 100 feet before turning
Why: Signal early to warn others of your intentions.
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Q20. The faster you drive:
Correct answer: The longer it takes to stop
Why: Stopping distance increases dramatically with speed.
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Q21. Driving too slowly can be dangerous because:
Correct answer: It disrupts traffic flow
Why: Slow driving can cause sudden braking and lane changes.
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Q22. If you become drowsy while driving:
Correct answer: Pull over and rest
Why: Only rest can counter drowsiness.
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Q23. A driver’s license may be suspended for:
Correct answer: Serious offenses or repeated violations
Why: Violations and unsafe behavior can lead to suspension.
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Q24. If involved in a crash, the first thing you must do is:
Correct answer: Stop immediately and check for injuries
Why: Stopping and checking for injuries is required.
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Q25. If someone is injured in a crash:
Correct answer: Call 911 and avoid moving them unless necessary
Why: Only move an injured person if they’re in immediate danger.
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Q26. Your car does not have daytime running lights. According to the Kansas handbook, what should you do when you drive?
Correct answer: Turn on your headlights so other road users can see you
Why: Headlights help other roadway users see you. If your vehicle has no daytime running lights, remember to turn your headlights on.
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Q27. Roads are usually most slippery:
Correct answer: During the first minutes of rain
Why: Oil rises during first rain, making roads slick.
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Q28. Driving through deep water:
Correct answer: Should be avoided; if unavoidable, go slow
Why: Water can reduce control and damage brakes.
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Q29. If your vehicle skids in a turn:
Correct answer: Steer in the direction you want to go
Why: Steering with the skid helps regain control.
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Q30. To reduce headlight glare at night:
Correct answer: Look toward the right edge of the lane
Why: Looking right reduces glare and helps maintain lane.
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Q31. The safest way to handle a curve is to:
Correct answer: Slow before entering
Why: Slow first, accelerate gently out.
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Q32. Do not park within:
Correct answer: 15 feet of a fire hydrant
Why: Keep at least 15 feet clear.
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Q33. Do not park within:
Correct answer: 20 feet of a crosswalk
Why: Parking too close blocks visibility.
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Q34. A LEFT LANE MUST TURN LEFT sign means:
Correct answer: You must turn left if in that lane
Why: Lane-use signs dictate required movements.
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Q35. If you pass your exit on a one-way road:
Correct answer: Go to the next possible turn
Why: Never reverse on a one-way street.
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Q36. When approaching a stopped car with hazard lights:
Correct answer: Slow down and prepare to go around
Why: Hazards indicate potential danger ahead.
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Q37. A pedestrian walking with back to traffic is:
Correct answer: Less safe than facing traffic
Why: Pedestrians should walk facing traffic.
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Q38. During a traffic stop at night, you can help by:
Correct answer: Turning on interior lights
Why: Interior lights improve visibility for the officer.
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Q39. A right-curve warning sign means:
Correct answer: The road curves right
Why: Prepare for a right curve ahead.
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Q40. Vehicle vibration at high speed means:
Correct answer: A mechanical issue—slow and inspect
Why: Vibration indicates potential tire or suspension problems.
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Q41. Keeping a larger following distance behind trucks:
Correct answer: Improves your view and reaction time
Why: Trucks block visibility; extra space helps.
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Q42. When entering from a driveway:
Correct answer: Yield to traffic and pedestrians
Why: Roadway users have priority over entering vehicles.
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Q43. Proper scanning means:
Correct answer: Check ahead, sides, and mirrors often
Why: Frequent scanning reduces hazards.
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Q44. A traffic signal sign warns:
Correct answer: A signalized intersection is ahead
Why: Be ready for a signal you might not see yet.
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Q45. If fishtailing on a slippery road:
Correct answer: Steer gently in direction of skid
Why: Steering with the skid helps stabilize the car.
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Q46. Before driving in reverse:
Correct answer: Check all around vehicle
Why: Look behind and around before backing.
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Q47. If in the wrong lane for a turn:
Correct answer: Continue straight and turn later
Why: Do not turn from wrong lane; continue safely.
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Q48. When approaching a hill or curve where visibility is limited, you should:
Correct answer: Slow down and stay to the right
Why: Reduced visibility requires slower speed and keeping right.
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Q49. If your vehicle goes off the pavement onto the shoulder, the safest action is to:
Correct answer: Ease off the gas and re-enter the lane gradually
Why: Slowly ease back onto the pavement once under control.
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Q50. In Kansas, you must use headlights when:
Correct answer: Windshield wipers are on
Why: Headlights are required when wipers are in use to improve visibility.